Cisco Video and UC Infrastructure Software License
This Cisco software license provides essential access to video and unified communications infrastructure capabilities, ensuring your business systems operate effectively.
- License Term: Subscription-based access to Cisco video and UC software features.
- Billing Model: Ongoing subscription ensures continuous access and updates.
- Platform Applicability: Designed for Cisco's unified communications and video infrastructure platforms.
- Key Value: Maintains compliance, unlocks critical features, and supports ongoing system operation.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco XCAT platform software license, XGAMES, is a subscription-based offering that unlocks critical capabilities for your video and unified communications infrastructure. It ensures your Cisco hardware and software components are properly licensed, compliant, and functioning as intended, providing access to necessary features for seamless communication and collaboration.
This license is ideal for businesses of all sizes that rely on Cisco's video and UC solutions for their internal operations. Whether you are an IT Manager overseeing network infrastructure, a Business Owner ensuring operational continuity, or an IT Professional managing communication systems, this subscription ensures your environment remains supported and functional.
- Subscription Access: Provides ongoing access to licensed software features.
- Feature Enablement: Unlocks specific functionalities within Cisco's video and UC platforms.
- Compliance Assurance: Ensures your infrastructure adheres to Cisco's licensing requirements.
- Operational Continuity: Supports the continued operation and maintenance of your communication systems.
- Scalable Solution: Subscription model allows for adjustments as your business needs evolve.
This Cisco software license is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams needing reliable access to video and UC infrastructure features without the overhead of complex perpetual licensing.
What This Enables
Enable Unified Communications Features
Enable teams to utilize advanced features within Cisco's unified communications suite, such as enhanced conferencing, messaging, and presence management. Streamline collaboration and improve internal communication efficiency across departments.
on-premises PBX, cloud-connected UC, hybrid communication environments, distributed workforce
Support Video Conferencing Capabilities
Streamline the deployment and operation of Cisco video conferencing solutions, ensuring high-quality virtual meetings and remote collaboration. Automate the access to necessary codecs and management tools for seamless video experiences.
corporate meeting rooms, remote employee setups, executive boardrooms, virtual event platforms
Maintain Software Compliance
Automate the process of staying compliant with Cisco's software licensing requirements for video and UC infrastructure. Protect your organization from potential audits and service interruptions by ensuring all software is properly licensed.
network infrastructure management, IT asset tracking, regulatory compliance adherence, operational risk mitigation
Key Features
Subscription Licensing
Provides continuous access to software features and updates on a predictable, recurring basis.
Video and UC Infrastructure Support
Unlocks essential functionalities for Cisco's communication and collaboration platforms.
Compliance Assurance
Ensures your organization meets Cisco's software licensing terms, avoiding potential penalties.
Platform Compatibility
Designed to integrate with specific Cisco hardware and software environments.
Operational Enablement
Supports the ongoing reliable operation of your business's communication systems.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Reliable and secure communication is paramount for financial institutions to maintain client trust and comply with strict regulatory requirements for data handling and communication logging.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations require robust and compliant video and UC solutions for telehealth, patient consultations, and internal collaboration, often needing to meet HIPAA standards.
Education & Research
Educational institutions rely heavily on video conferencing and unified communications for remote learning, administrative collaboration, and research partnerships, demanding scalable and accessible solutions.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services require secure and confidential communication channels for client meetings, case collaboration, and remote work, often with stringent data privacy needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco XCAT?
Cisco XCAT refers to a licensing framework or platform for Cisco's collaboration and communication software. This specific license, XGAMES, pertains to video and UC infrastructure.
Is this a perpetual or subscription license?
This license is a subscription-based offering, meaning you pay a recurring fee for access to the software features over a defined term.
What hardware does this license apply to?
While the MPN suggests it's for Cisco's UC and video infrastructure, specific hardware compatibility should be verified against Cisco's documentation for the XCAT platform.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.